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The composition of church consist of:

Born again believers who have an intimate relationship with God. (Joh 3:5; 1 Pet 1:23)People from every nation, tribe and tongue, regardless of age, gender, economic status. (Acts 7:9-10; 19:6-7)People who love God with all their heart, strength and mind. (Mat 22:38)People who can hear and discern God’s voice true to the spirit of scripture. (Joh 15:1-17; Rom 8:15)Sent ones. (Mat 28:19; Mar 16:15,16)

The philosophy of church is based upon:

Simplicity in Christ and the practical implementation of the Word in every aspect of our lives. (2 Cor 11:3; Mat 7:24-28) Living life according to the principles and guidelines of the message of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (Mat 5 & 6, Mat 6:33 & Rom 14:17)Honest and unpretentious lifestyles towards every man, admit wrongdoings and allowing God to work the change in us. (2 Cor 4:2; Phil 2:12-13)

The philosophy of church is based upon:

Theology that is balance between the importance of the Word and apostolic doctrine and the working of God’s Spirit. (Eph 5:18 vs Col 3:16)A new operating system is offered to humanity: In the old dualistic mindset sin is seen as a deed which condemns and distorts the image of Christ within. In the new reformationalist paradigm a lifestyle of righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ becomes the new operating system of grace. (Rom 8:1-2)

Spontaneity and freedom to follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit. (Joh 3:8; 2 Cor 3:17)Informal and relaxed atmosphere where there is freedom for every attendee to express their love to God and participate in the meeting. (Joh 12:3-8)Diversity of spiritual gifts for the edifying of the saints. (1 Cor 7:7; 12:1-31; 14:26)Mutual respect, sensitivity and submission to one another according to each given function. (1 Cor 11:33; Eph 5:21; 1 Cor 14:33,40)

The meetings of the church is characterized by:

Freshness and newness. (Rom 7:6)A frequency of the spirit that accurately define present revealed truth and the practical application of scripture. (2 Pet 1:12; 2 Tim 3:16; Heb 4:12; 1 Tim 4:16) A seamless flow of activities mostly without prior arrangement or set order. (Luk 19:28-48)

The meetings of the church is characterized by:

Worship is characterized by

In spirit and in truth. (Joh 4:24)Expressions of worship that is intended to be more pleasing to God than pleasing to man. (Gen 4:4; Amos 4:4-5; 5:23; 6:5)Expressions of praise that involves the whole of man, spirit, soul and body. (Mat 22:37; Mar 12:33; Luk 10:27)Expressions of worship based upon scripture and biblical examples of people worshipping God.

Unashamed and passionate actions of praise and reverence towards God alone. (1 Chron 15:27-29) Family worship together. (Jos 24:15; Joh 4:53; Acts 16:34) Reflections and reactions of praise after seeing and knowing Him more and more intimately. (Mar 12:30)The use of the arts, mime, drama and poetry as worship not performance.Expressive (based upon 64 Hebrew words)

Worship is characterized by

The activities of church is focused to:

Establish every person into the likeness of Jesus and oneness with God. (Gal 4:19; 2 Cor 11:2; Col 1:28; 1 Cor 2:2; Eph 3:8; 4;13; 2 Pet 1:8)Reach out to the poor and broken people in society and bring social care & justice. (Gal 2:10; Acts 6:2; Mat 19:21; Rom 15:26) Make disciples of every person, tribe and nation. (Mat 28:19)

The activities of church is focused to:

Overturn the power and influence of evil and wickedness in a certain area. (Acts 19) Be instrumental in letting God’s Kingdom be established on earth as it is in heaven. (Mat 6:10)

1. Continuing steadfastly in apostolic doctrine (Acts 4:42)

2. Breaking bread from house to house

3. Fellowship4. Prayer5. Giving and serving the poor,

orphaned and the widow (Acts 6:1-7)

The activities of the church consist of.

The character of the members of the church is exemplified in:

A spirit of truthfulness, humility, meekness and gentleness (Phil 2:1-11; Mat 11:28-29)A constant growth and reformation towards the image of Christ. (1 Pet 1:5-8)A consistent willingness to consider ourselves dead in Christ, living in the power of His resurrection (Mat 16:24-26; Rom 6:11; Gal 2:20; Phil 3:8; Joh 12:24)

A biblical understanding of suffering and its divine purpose and outcome in our lives. (Rom 5:1-5; 2 Tim 3:12; Acts 5:41; 14:22; Col 1:24) The fruit of the Spirit. (Eph 5:21-22)The fruit of Christ . (2 Pet 1:5-8)Fruits of righteousness. (James 3:17-18)Acts of Godliness. (2 Pet 1:3,6-7; 3:11)

The character of the members of the church is

exemplified in:

Relationships based on truth and meaningful love. Being kind and affectionate towards each other, with honour and respect. Relationship that have stood the test of time, beyond correction, offence and disappointments. (Rom 12:10; 1 Pet 4:8; 1 Joh 4:7,12) The premise that each one has the right and freedom to ask, but so also each one has the right and freedom to say no, without causing an offence. A continuous desire to improve what we are doing. (Heb 13:21)

The protocol in church is characterized by:

The ideal that every person ads to the body according to their own gifting and function. (Rom 12:1-8; Gal 5:13)A balance between leadership and community. Everyone are equal before God, yet knows by the spirit who to submit to in a spirit of gentleness. (Heb 13:7, 17; 1 Thes 5:12-13)A transparency and openness in everything we do and say. (Tit 2:7)

The protocol in church is characterized by:

The structure of the church is based upon.

Jesus Christ the chief cornerstone. Christ-centered. (Eph 2:20)The foundation of the apostle’s and the prophets. (Eph 2:20)The equipping of the saints through the five gifts of Christ. (Eph 4:11)Every member being build into the building as living stones. (1 Pet 2:5) Appointed elders and deacons in every church. (Tit 1:5 )

Finances

Giving is by faith not compulsion. Teacher’s gift (Gal 6:6)Apostolic Distribution.Tithing.Faith Promise.Give faith seed. Giving to the poor.

Being a body.

Functioning like a body – gifts, ministries, and activities. (1 Cor 12)Friendship and relational – Luk 12:4 disciples became friends. (Joh 15:14; Acts 27:3) Church is build on strong and deep relationships not programs and activities. Agapé = Love feasts , regular communion and fellowship. Jude 12; 2 Pet 2:13; Acts 2:42, 46; I Cor 11:20 Meeting from house to house. Bearing one another’s burden. (Gal 6:2) Unity of diversity not conformity.

Being a body.Fervent love for each other. (1 Pet 1:22; 2:17; 3:8; 4:8-10; 2 Pet 1:7. Taking equal care of the body. (1 Cor 12:25; 2 Cor 8:13-15) Everyone takes some weight, not equal in responsibility though. Oneness – (Joh 17:21) Called to the same oneness that exists in the Godhead trinity. Unity (Eph 4:1-6; Mat 12:30; Mat 18:19; Ps 133:1; Acts 2:1; 4:32; 5:12; 8:6. Unity is preserved not sought. Unity comes when fellowshipping together in God’s glory.

Optimum growth

Expository teaching,

bible studies,

doctrine, knowledge,

truth, discipleship

TEACHER

Witnessing, evangelism,

salvation, seeking the

lost, outreaches

EVANGELIST

Praise, prayer, music,

spiritual gifts, Holy

spirit, power, direction,

vision

PROPHET

love, belonging,

caring, relationships

small groups, fun, friendship

PASTOR

kingdom, doctrine, foundations, churchplanting,

pioneering, mentoring, implimentation

APOSTLE

Equiped to the fullness of Christ

Ministry, calling, mandate, commission, send ones. (Centrifugal)

OUTWARD

Hearing God’s Voice accurately

from an open Bible

(Centripetal)

INWARD

Two forces in balance.

• Natural Growth• A culture of honour• Rebuke, Correction, Admonish, Exhort, Scourging• Reformational Mindset• Frequency of Dying to Self• Everything by Faith• Think Church - Think Team

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